Company Profile nLighten is a European platform of distributed edge data centers, designed to meet the growing demand for AI, 5G, and hybrid cloud deployments. As a rapidly expanding provider, we offer scalable colocation hubs and best-in-class energy solutions across Europe. Our innovative and sustainable approach to digital infrastructure ensures reliability, efficiency, and future-ready solutions for our clients.

nLighten’s current footprint is 34 data centers in 7 European countries, with the ambition to grow to 100 sites during the next 3-4 years.

About The Role

We are looking for a highly organized and strategic Regional Data Center Manager to oversee the efficient and reliable operations of data centers within an assigned region of France. This role ensures optimal performance, adherence to operational standards, and alignment with the organization’s strategic goals, contributing to the overall success of our data center operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, operational expertise, and a proven ability to manage multiple facilities effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of multiple data centers, ensuring availability, reliability, and compliance with service level agreements (SLAs). Implement and monitor operational processes and procedures for consistency across all facilities. Manage risks and develop contingency plans to minimize operational disruptions.

Lead and support on-site teams, providing direction, training, and performance evaluation to ensure high-quality service delivery. Ensure physical infrastructure, including power, cooling, and security systems, are maintained to meet operational standards. Coordinate and supervise vendor and contractor activities for maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.

Control operational budgets, optimize costs, and monitor performance indicators for efficiency and quality. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of KPIs, capacity, and operational data. Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards for all data center operations in partnership with group compliance leads.

Act as the primary regional contact for customers, internal stakeholders, and the central operations team. Primary contact for compliance and incident management.

What We’Re Looking For

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent technical background). 5+ years of experience in data center or critical facility operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Strong understanding of critical systems: power, cooling, fire suppression, and BMS.

Proven experience with vendor management, budgeting, cost management, and process improvement. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Customer service skills appreciated.

Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on operational efficiency. Effective communication and interpersonal skills for team and stakeholder engagement. Fluency in French is required; additional European languages are a plus.

Be able to manage and promote internal training and generate interest among operational teams.

Why Join Us

High-growth environment : Be part of an expanding team with opportunities to grow laterally and vertically. Impactful role : Play a key role in maintaining operational excellence across a growing data center network. Strategic influence : Work closely with facility management, ensuring seamless and secure operations.

If you have the right experience and are excited about contributing to the next evolution of edge data centers, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be part of our journey toward a more connected, efficient, and sustainable digital future. Background Check & Screening All selected candidates will undergo a background check to ensure a safe workplace, protect company assets, and comply with regulations.